About

Cathy Hurst is a retired marketing executive, college professor, and theatre manager. She conducts walking tours for the Rhode Island Historical Society; does research, writing, and re-enactment with the North Burial Ground Project; and has engaged in historical research and bio writing for the 1919 Boston Police Strike Project and the Ghost Army Legacy Project. She lives in Providence and loves to walk along the river!

What People Say

I was a participant in your river walk this afternoon and I am writing to thank you for making it such an interesting event. You clearly did a lot of preparation and the maps, pictures, and diagrams enhanced the experience. . . Providence is a wonderful people town and the unpretentious vitality is palpable.

Karen N.

You were fabulous today! You were informative but not pedantic. Your demeanor was friendly and relaxed without letting too much chatting slow you down. Your questioning met a very receptive audience and engaged them from the start.

Sheila Z.

 We completely enjoyed the tour. It was just the right length, timewise and distance. Plus, your information is interesting from beginning to end. Also, the area is now so lovely; it is a joy to learn all about it!

Linda and Sam S.

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